Chemistry and Physics Teacher

The Lawrenceville School announces a job opening for a Chemistry and Physics teacher. We are seeking enthusiastic energetic collegial individuals who want to work with both adults and students in a collaborative and inclusive academic setting. The strongest candidates will have experience teaching chemistry and physics. Candidates may also have experience teaching one of the subjects and significant coursework in the other subject.

It is the mission of the Science Department of the Lawrenceville School to introduce students to both the beautiful simplicity and intriguing complexity of the world to foster a lifelong curiosity about the world in which they live. Members of the science department will cultivate in students the understanding that scientific knowledge is characterized by empirical criteria logical argument and skeptical review. It will prepare all students to use an understanding of scientific concepts and processes for personal decision making effective participation in civic affairs and preparation for those who choose advanced study in science beyond Lawrenceville.

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach four sections two to three preparations per trimester (a total of 12 sections in a year).
• Two seasons of coaching or equivalent cocurricular commitment including at least one season of interscholastic coaching (or the equivalent).
• Advise five to eight students and do one evening a week of House duty providing supervision in a student residence from 711:30 pm. Although not necessarily starting their first year faculty who reside in Schoolprovided housing are expected to spend eight years living in one of the residential houses at some point in their career.
• Chaperone a weekend activity (dance coffee house etc. at least once per term.
• Work within the department and in the broader school to foster community and sense of belonging.
• Work professionally and cooperatively within the department the School and the broader Lawrenceville community.

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry or Physics; Masters degree preferred.
• At least two years high school teaching experience.
• A passion for teaching chemistry and/or physics.
• The strongest candidates have the ability to collaborate with peers to develop curriculum a willingness to be flexible and a desire for feedback.
• Ability to teach a range of chemistry courses (introductory general and advanced).
• Background in and commitment to planning and facilitating collaborative studentcentered learning experiences.
• Background in and commitment to culturally responsive teaching.
• Experience with effective use of technology in the learning process.
• Strong interpersonal organizational and communication (oral and written) abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently as needed and appropriate.
• Proficient computer skills including familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.

The Lawrenceville School is a diverse and inclusive community and makes all employment decisions without regard for an individuals race creed color religion national origin nationality sex pregnancy affectional or sexual orientation gender identity or expression age veteran status physical or mental disability (including AIDS and HIV related illness) genetic information refusal to provide genetic information refusal to submit to genetic testing ancestry familial status marital status domestic partnership status civil union status atypical cellular or blood trait military service application for military service or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Lawrenceville School will also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law.

The Lawrenceville School conducts preemployment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check verification of work history academic credentials licenses and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Eligible employees receive a competitive benefit package that includes health insurance coverage paid leave and retirement plan options and many other valuable programs.